2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 991 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Ranger | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |